Site Manager (Renewables)

Chester, Cheshire
Multitask Personnel
Overview

Site Manager – Solar PV & Air Source Heat Pump Installations
Location: Reading
Salary: Circa £45k – £50k

We are working with a leading contractor delivering renewable energy solutions across the social housing sector. They are seeking a skilled Site Manager to oversee the installation of Solar PV and Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) on a large-scale social housing contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver client contracts effectively and profitably, ensuring quality, compliance, and collaboration across departments
• Take full ownership of your contract area to provide a high-quality service to customers
• Work closely with internal teams to support smooth, efficient operations
• Ensure all works are completed on time and handed over with the required documentation and certification
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues, subcontractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies
• Deliver projects in line with agreed programmes and update schedules as needed
• Lead and coordinate subcontractors, including holding regular progress meetings
• Monitor site progress, manage materials and resources, and ensure efficient working methods
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, welfare, and environmental compliance on site
• Ensure all safety paperwork, RAMS, and permits are in place and up to date
• Support cost management by contributing to forecasts and attending relevant financial meetings
• Ensure plant and labour resources are used efficiently and meet contract standards
• Bring experience in new build, design and build projects, ideally under JCT contracts
• Coordinate with LABC, NHBC, and local authorities to ensure compliance with all requirements
• Help deliver customer-focused, smart solutions that improve lives and exceed expectations

Requirements

• SMSTS, IOS, CSCS, 3 Day First Aid, Asbestos Awareness and Fire Marshall
• A full UK driving license
• GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English
• Served recognised apprenticeship and/or appropriate trade qualification
• A solid understanding of Health and Safety Regulations
• Experience with planned works contracts
• Knowledge of renewable/retrofit projects and PAS2030 processes
• Familiar with JCT and NEC construction contracts
• Proven team leadership and management skills
• Background in social housing
• Skilled in budgeting, business planning, and performance reporting
• Proficient with computerised databases and Microsoft Office
• Strong understanding of customer care and service delivery
• Able to work independently and solve problems with common sense
• Comfortable working to deadlines and managing resource peaks
• Well-organised with a flexible approach
• Reliable and punctual, with a strong sense of responsibility
• Committed to equality, diversity, and inclusive practices
• Excellent standard of customer service
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and best practices
• Effective at managing time and workload independently

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary circa £45k-£50k.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful projects reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in homes.
• Hours are Mon-Fri 8am-4.30pm

For more details or to apply for the role, please send a CV to or call Faye on .